The 2017 Mazda CX-5 is a class-leading compact SUV that receives a host of revisions this year. Its options are offered solely in packages, which are available on the upper two trim levels only. The features in these packages are grouped logically, though inevitably some people will end up with items they don't care for in order to get the ones they do. However, this setup also simplifies the process of selecting the right CX-5.

The 2017 CX-5 is offered in Sport, Touring and Grand Touring trim levels. The differences among them boil down to comfort and convenience features rather than hardware and drivetrain differences. All of them share the same four-cylinder engine and transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is available on all trim levels.

Sport trim level marks the entry point among CX-5s. While Sport models offer the basics, it's worth spending the extra money for the Touring trim level since it nets you a host of worthwhile comfort items. Notable features of Touring models include heated front seats, simulated leather upholstery, an upgraded sound system, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and automatic climate control. Touring models also grant access to two reasonably priced option packages — the Preferred Equipment package and the Touring i-Activsense package.

The Touring will likely meet the needs of the many buyers, though if the past is any indication the top Grand Touring trim will be undoubtedly be popular. In addition to a Touring with both option packages, the Grand Touring adds 19-inch wheels, leather upholstery, additional seat adjustments and adaptive headlights. From there you can add the priciest of all packages, the Grand Touring Premium Package, for additional comfort and convenience items in the cabin. At this fully equipped point, it's priced accordingly, but the tab manages not to be outrageous.

Among compact SUVs, the CX-5 stands out for its compelling combination of taut driving dynamics, an upscale cabin and competitive fuel economy. It manages this feat while remaining on par with the pricing in its class. As such, you can feel free to indulge on the specification of your CX-5 without the guilt that you're being a spendthrift. Edmunds' outstanding shopping tools are at your beck and call when you're ready to take the next step of finding the right 2017 Mazda CX-5 for you. 2017 mazda cx-5 first drive

When the CX-5 compact crossover debuted as a 2013 model, Mazda was still trying to figure out its place in the crossover segment. Now, five years later, the company is flush with success and aiming its sights higher with the redesigned 2017 Mazda CX-5. It's still a five-passenger compact SUV, and it's basically the same size as the outgoing CX-5, but the new model has received a host of refinements that make for a more premium experience.

An All-New Vehicle From Top to Bottom

For 2017, the CX-5's sheet metal is new as is the cabin and much of what resides under the skin. Its 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine receives only minor tweaks that boost output ever so slightly to 187 horsepower and 185 lb-ft of torque. The six-speed automatic transmission's mechanical guts are carried over, though a revised calibration makes for crisper departures from a standstill.

The outgoing CX-5's 2.0-liter engine is no longer available, nor is the manual gearbox that was available with it. The new CX-5 is, however, still available with front- or all-wheel drive. Either layout is available on all three trims: Sport, Touring and Grand Touring. New goodies — adaptive headlights, lane departure warning, a power liftgate, full-range adaptive cruise and automatic high beams — are standard in the top trim, and many of them are optional in Touring models.

Best-in-Class Cabin

In step with the more dramatic exterior styling, the CX-5's cabin is a cut above what you'll find in, say, a Toyota RAV4 or a Honda CR-V. Its materials look and feel are richer than those of the outgoing model, and the design elements lend a more upscale, near-luxury vibe. It turns out that sales of the CX-5 increasingly leaned toward higher-spec Grand Touring trim levels over the past four years, so the company embraced this sensibility with the new model. To that end, many of the CX-5's revisions were specifically targeted at reducing noise. This wasn't simply a case of adding sound-deadening material; Mazda's approach also included more elaborate door and tailgate seals and front side acoustic glass among other things. Weightwise, the new CX-5 gains between 20 and 100 pounds, depending on equipment.

Few areas escaped scrutiny in the new CX-5. The steering wheel's spokes are slimmer for an easier grasp, and the front roof pillars have been moved aft nearly an inch and a half to aid outward visibility. The cargo floor is flatter when the backseats are stowed, and when they're in place, the backseats are less upright and can now recline. The rear doors open wider and wear reshaped panels for easier access, and the passengers back there now have vents and available heated seats. Meanwhile, the suspension has been updated with slightly softer springs, a rack that's mounted directly to the subframe to improve response, plus new control arm bushings and lower-friction struts. The idea is to eke out better ride comfort without sacrificing agility.

Still Drives Like a Mazda

We drove the new CX-5 in a dense urban environment, on the freeway and on winding rural roads. The attention paid to noise reduction seems to have paid off. Though we didn't have an outgoing version to compare it to, the new CX-5 does its business with civility. Voices need not be raised even at freeway speeds, and although there's noticeable engine noise during hard acceleration, it's never intrusive.

It steers and handles like a Mazda, which is to say at the top of its class. The carmaker had so much confidence in the CX-5's real-world driving dynamics that it brought along five significantly more expensive compact crossovers for comparison. The CX-5 acquitted itself well, executing everyday driving maneuvers at least as intuitively as the rest. Part of the new CX-5's repertoire is what Mazda calls G-Vectoring Control, which is a clever way of using imperceptible modulations of engine torque to help the car turn in more sure-footedly. You never notice it, other than having robust confidence in the car's manners. It simply steers and corners deftly, and it does so without also having a punishing ride — the CX-5's suspension snubs road imperfections quickly and without upsetting its occupants.

Though its EPA fuel economy numbers are a hair lower than those of the outgoing model, the new CX-5 is no less fuel-frugal. The discrepancy is down to a change in EPA's methodology for 2017. Measured against the same fuel economy-measuring yardstick as the outgoing CX-5, the 2017 model is on par (and AWD variants gain 1 mpg highway). A diesel engine joins the CX-5 fold this autumn for those who crave additional low-end torque and improved fuel economy.

The 2017 Mazda CX-5 is a more grown-up compact crossover than its predecessor, yet it doesn't cede any ground in its hallmark driver-centric nature. If you're looking for a small, affordable crossover that feels as if it should cost considerably more, the 2017 Mazda CX-5 is a good first stop.

Save up to $0 on one of 10 used 2017 Mazda CX-5s for sale at dealerships within 25 miles of Ashburn, Virginia with prices as low as $21977 as of Dec 13, 2017, based on data from 8 dealers and 15 consumer-driven dealer ratings ranging from 1 to 5 out of 5 stars.

Price comparisons for used 2017 Mazda CX-5 trim styles:

The 2017 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring is priced around $31778 with average odometer reading of 3673 miles.

The 2017 Mazda CX-5 Sport is priced around $22549 with average odometer reading of 1288 miles.

The 2017 Mazda CX-5 Touring is priced around $25308 with average odometer reading of 5121 miles.

Shop with Edmunds for perks and special offers on used cars, trucks, and SUVs near Ashburn, Virginia. Doing so could save you hundreds or thousands of dollars. Edmunds also provides consumer-driven dealership sales and service reviews to help you make informed decisions about what cars to buy and where to buy them.

Is the 2017 Mazda CX-5 a good car? Edmunds experts have compiled a robust series of ratings and reviews for the 2017 Mazda CX-5 and all model years in our database. Our rich content includes expert reviews and recommendations for the 2017 CX-5 featuring deep dives into trim levels and features, performance, mpg, safety, interior, and driving. Edmunds also offers expert ratings, road test and performance data, long-term road tests, first-drive reviews, video reviews and more.

Our Review ProcessAll of our reviews are written by a member of Edmunds' editorial team of expert car reviewers. Our team drives every car you can buy. We put the vehicles through rigorous testing, evaluating how they drive and comparing them in detail to their competitors.

We're also regular people like you, so we pay attention to all the different ways people use their cars every day. We want to know if there's enough room for our families and our weekend gear and whether or not our favorite drink fits in the cupholder. Our editors want to help you make the best decision on a car that fits your life.

How do people like the 2017 Mazda CX-5?Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2017 Mazda CX-5 and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2017 CX-5 4.7 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2017 CX-5.

Vehicle Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)

Review If money was no object, I'd be driving a Porsche Cayenne S. But since my current car budget did not have room for a $90K SUV (and the associated high maint costs), I feel I did the next best thing and got a Mazda CX-5 GT with prem pkg. No, it's not nearly as fast as a Cayenne, but for about a third the the price, this little SUV acts a lot like that Swabian icon of the road. This is my second CX5. I had a 2013 as well. The 2017 is a HUGE upgrade from the 2013 model. I got my new one in Soul Red Crystal, and it literally glows! Love it. The 2017 is MUCH quieter inside than the earlier model, and compared to even a new Honda CRV, or a Ford Escape, the Mazda is quieter and more composed on the road, and handles much better than those rivals. Although the stability control is a little too aggressive for my taste, you can still toss this thing around like a sports sedan and not worry about the suspension getting flabby & floppy on you. It just tracks beautifully and handles mid corner bumps with aplomb (just like the Cayenne). If your main goal is having a lot of interior room & cargo space, go for the CRV (which is MUCH roomier) but in every other aspect I can think of, the Mazda scores higher. The Honda is more like a nice mini-van, disguised as an SUV. Sure it's roomy and peppy, but it in no way rewards the enthusiast driver like the Mazda. The parchment leather interior is just gorgeous, and looks much nicer than (for example) the interior in a BMW X3 or X5. Mazda obsessed over every little detail in this car. I was a bit concerned that I might not like all the "active safety" features, but they are so well done and so well integrated into the operation of the vehicle, that it was easy to get used to, and now I miss them in my other cars. With about 1100 miles on the clock I am averaging 26.9mpg. I do not do much urban driving, but still I am very happy with that result. I expect this result will improve as the engine breaks in. (Over 4 years I averaged 28.4mpg in my 2013 CX5). In short, if you want a "driver's car" but need the room and practicality of an SUV get the CX5 -- unless of course you can spring for the Cayenne :)

2017 Mazda CX-5 inventory listings Shop Edmunds' car, SUV, and truck listings of over 6 million vehicles to find a cheap new, used, or certified pre-owned (CPO) 2017 Mazda CX-5 for sale near Ashburn VA. There are currently 933 new and 761 used and CPO 2017 CX-5s listed for sale in your area, with list prices as low as 21977 and mileage as low as 0. Simply research the type of car you're interested in and then select a car from our massive database to find cheap vehicles for sale near you. Once you have identified a vehicle you're interested in, check the Carfax and autocheck vehicle history reports, read dealer reviews, and find out what other owners paid for the 2017 Mazda CX-5. Then select Edmunds special offers, perks, deals, and incentives to contact the dealer of your choice and save up to 3351 on a new, used, or CPO 2017 CX-5 available from one of 2806 dealerships in your area.

Is the 2017 Mazda Cx-5 safe?The 2017 Mazda Cx-5 earned a 4-star overall safety rating from NHTSA and "GOOD" ratings from the IIHS in the following caregories: and a JD POWER overall quality rating of 3.0 out of 5. Among Edmunds' many tools and resources for finding your perfect car are detailed safety ratings and analysis from NHTSA, IIHS, and JD Power, including overall ratings, frontal barrier crash ratings, side impact tests and crash ratings, rollover test results, roof strength tests, rear crash protection and head restraint ratings, side barrier ratings, combined side barrier and pole ratings, and more.

Save up to $0 on one of 10 used 2017 Mazda CX-5s for sale at dealerships within 25 miles of Ashburn, Virginia with prices as low as $21977 as of Dec 13, 2017, based on data from 8 dealers and 15 consumer-driven dealer ratings ranging from 1 to 5 out of 5 stars.

Price comparisons for used 2017 Mazda CX-5 trim styles:

The 2017 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring is priced around $31778 with average odometer reading of 3673 miles.

The 2017 Mazda CX-5 Sport is priced around $22549 with average odometer reading of 1288 miles.

The 2017 Mazda CX-5 Touring is priced around $25308 with average odometer reading of 5121 miles.

Shop with Edmunds for perks and special offers on used cars, trucks, and SUVs near Ashburn, Virginia. Doing so could save you hundreds or thousands of dollars. Edmunds also provides consumer-driven dealership sales and service reviews to help you make informed decisions about what cars to buy and where to buy them.

Is the 2017 Mazda CX-5 a good car? Edmunds experts have compiled a robust series of ratings and reviews for the 2017 Mazda CX-5 and all model years in our database. Our rich content includes expert reviews and recommendations for the 2017 CX-5 featuring deep dives into trim levels and features, performance, mpg, safety, interior, and driving. Edmunds also offers expert ratings, road test and performance data, long-term road tests, first-drive reviews, video reviews and more.

Our Review ProcessAll of our reviews are written by a member of Edmunds' editorial team of expert car reviewers. Our team drives every car you can buy. We put the vehicles through rigorous testing, evaluating how they drive and comparing them in detail to their competitors.

We're also regular people like you, so we pay attention to all the different ways people use their cars every day. We want to know if there's enough room for our families and our weekend gear and whether or not our favorite drink fits in the cupholder. Our editors want to help you make the best decision on a car that fits your life.

How do people like the 2017 Mazda CX-5?Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2017 Mazda CX-5 and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2017 CX-5 4.7 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2017 CX-5.

Vehicle Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)

Review If money was no object, I'd be driving a Porsche Cayenne S. But since my current car budget did not have room for a $90K SUV (and the associated high maint costs), I feel I did the next best thing and got a Mazda CX-5 GT with prem pkg. No, it's not nearly as fast as a Cayenne, but for about a third the the price, this little SUV acts a lot like that Swabian icon of the road. This is my second CX5. I had a 2013 as well. The 2017 is a HUGE upgrade from the 2013 model. I got my new one in Soul Red Crystal, and it literally glows! Love it. The 2017 is MUCH quieter inside than the earlier model, and compared to even a new Honda CRV, or a Ford Escape, the Mazda is quieter and more composed on the road, and handles much better than those rivals. Although the stability control is a little too aggressive for my taste, you can still toss this thing around like a sports sedan and not worry about the suspension getting flabby & floppy on you. It just tracks beautifully and handles mid corner bumps with aplomb (just like the Cayenne). If your main goal is having a lot of interior room & cargo space, go for the CRV (which is MUCH roomier) but in every other aspect I can think of, the Mazda scores higher. The Honda is more like a nice mini-van, disguised as an SUV. Sure it's roomy and peppy, but it in no way rewards the enthusiast driver like the Mazda. The parchment leather interior is just gorgeous, and looks much nicer than (for example) the interior in a BMW X3 or X5. Mazda obsessed over every little detail in this car. I was a bit concerned that I might not like all the "active safety" features, but they are so well done and so well integrated into the operation of the vehicle, that it was easy to get used to, and now I miss them in my other cars. With about 1100 miles on the clock I am averaging 26.9mpg. I do not do much urban driving, but still I am very happy with that result. I expect this result will improve as the engine breaks in. (Over 4 years I averaged 28.4mpg in my 2013 CX5). In short, if you want a "driver's car" but need the room and practicality of an SUV get the CX5 -- unless of course you can spring for the Cayenne :)

2017 Mazda CX-5 inventory listings Shop Edmunds' car, SUV, and truck listings of over 6 million vehicles to find a cheap new, used, or certified pre-owned (CPO) 2017 Mazda CX-5 for sale near Ashburn VA. There are currently 933 new and 761 used and CPO 2017 CX-5s listed for sale in your area, with list prices as low as 21977 and mileage as low as 0. Simply research the type of car you're interested in and then select a car from our massive database to find cheap vehicles for sale near you. Once you have identified a vehicle you're interested in, check the Carfax and autocheck vehicle history reports, read dealer reviews, and find out what other owners paid for the 2017 Mazda CX-5. Then select Edmunds special offers, perks, deals, and incentives to contact the dealer of your choice and save up to 3351 on a new, used, or CPO 2017 CX-5 available from one of 2806 dealerships in your area.

Is the 2017 Mazda Cx-5 safe?The 2017 Mazda Cx-5 earned a 4-star overall safety rating from NHTSA and "GOOD" ratings from the IIHS in the following caregories: and a JD POWER overall quality rating of 3.0 out of 5. Among Edmunds' many tools and resources for finding your perfect car are detailed safety ratings and analysis from NHTSA, IIHS, and JD Power, including overall ratings, frontal barrier crash ratings, side impact tests and crash ratings, rollover test results, roof strength tests, rear crash protection and head restraint ratings, side barrier ratings, combined side barrier and pole ratings, and more.